Director & Head of Administrative Business Partnering

About the role

As Head of Administrative Business Partnering (ABP) for Genentech Research and Early Development (gRED), you will lead a team of about 70 administrative and operational professionals supporting an organization of 3,000 scientists and researchers. You will execute the strategic vision for a newly centralized administrative function, driving collaboration, innovation and career development for administrative professionals. The role is based at the South San Francisco campus, requires a minimum of 3 days onsite per week, and relocation benefits are available.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organizational design and strategic vision for the centralized administrative function, aligned with scientific and business goals
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to executive leadership on operational effectiveness, resource allocation and team engagement
• Advocate for and mentor the administrative community, driving visibility, recognition and team unity
• Establish training frameworks, optimize processes and govern the adoption of technologies, including AI
• Oversee administrative staffing, lead inclusive recruitment and make data-driven decisions on budgeting and resource deployment
• Nurture inclusive leadership and equitable professional development pathways

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 10+ years of experience managing administrative professionals and/or administrative supervisors in a large corporate environment
• Prior hands-on administrative experience strongly preferred
• Proven experience leading large teams of administrative professionals or supervisors
• Strong coaching, mentoring, career pathing and performance management track record
• Exceptional stakeholder management and resource management skills
• Discretion with sensitive, proprietary and confidential information

Required skills

• High proficiency in modern collaboration ecosystems such as Google Workspace
• Track record of championing and implementing digital tools, including AI

What we offer

• Expected salary range of $166,500 - $309,100, depending on experience, qualifications and location
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available
• Relocation benefits